What is the name of the phenomenon where the atmospheric pressure in the Azores is higher than normal and in Iceland is lower than normal? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

What is the name of the phenomenon where the atmospheric pressure in the Azores is higher than normal and in Iceland is lower than normal?
A. Madden-Julian Oscillation
B. North Atlantic Oscillation
C. Arctic Oscillation
D. Pacific-North American Pattern
Answer: Option B
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
The North Atlantic Oscillation is a large-scale pattern of sea level pressure differences between the Azores (subtropical high) and Iceland (subpolar low).

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